- Hotel Address
Always carry your hotel's phone number and address with you on a piece of paper, business card or even a match book so you can get back there after your day of sightseeing. Don't assume the cab driver will know where your hotel is by just the name.
Travel Tip Category: Hotel
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- Shoes
When packing your shoes, prevent scuff marks by putting each one inside of a sock or a reused plastic bag.
Travel Tip Category: Packing
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- A Bus Driver May be Better than a Concierge
Make friends with any regular bus drivers around your hotel. They're better equipped to make suggestions than most concierges, and are very familiar with local customs/secrets. A good public bus driver can make an entire vacation!
Travel Tip Category: Travel
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- Diaper Bag
If you must take valuables like cameras etc. (especially when flying), then pack them in a diaper bag. It's less likely to be stolen and many of them have outer pockets that you can slip other things into like your itinerary, snacks, change, etc. The bottle holders are great for bottled water. Some of these bags are better designed for organization than some expensive luggage I've seen.
Travel Tip Category: Packing
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- Documents
When packing your important documents - eg., passport, birth certificate, etc., pack them in a zip-lock bag. It keeps them clean and all together!
Travel Tip Category: Packing
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- Combination Lock
Small, sturdy, combination locks are best for quick access to your luggage. Keys get lost; a simple combination number that you set is quick and easy, no fumbling for key, etc.
Travel Tip Category: Packing
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- Fall Foliage
Get the latest information about the status of fall foliage around the US using a toll free hotline 1-800-354-4595 sponsored by USDA Forest Service. You can also visit their web site for specific forest and regional information.
Travel Tip Category: Travel
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- Laptop
Tape a business card or other identifying information beneath your laptop to avoid loss or the accidental 'exchange' with travelers.
Travel Tip Category: Packing
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